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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1910
Page
5
Chas Porter of Pella visited M. L. Myers Sunday morning to meet his new granddaughter. Harvey News-Tribune records the family gathering and introductions in a local social note.
Cement workers complete the concrete foundation for John Klein's house on South Main Street. Judging from the site, the new home promises to be a fine structure.
Meyer Langerak deputy county clerk passed through Harvey en route to Pella Saturday and announced his candidacy for County Clerk on the Republican ticket at the coming primary election. His service as deputy has been very satisfactory according to Harvey News-Tribune.
Central College defeated Simpson College in a debate on whether extending women's suffrage would benefit the United States. Margaret Van Niewaal and Minnie Van Niewaal, with Maud Lee, spoke for the affirmative. Ogg Holmes and Schee for Simpson. The audience and judges, mostly from out of town, favored Central. Margaret Van Niewaal received special commendation for rebuttal. Rev G W Churchill provided music during the judges' decision.
Otley resident J B Vriezelaar, formerly a County Board of Supervisors member, passed through town en route to his Otley home Saturday. He was noted for valuable county service in that role.
In Knoxville on Saturday Mr Don Smith County Auditor announced plans to run again on the Democratic ticket. The auditor says he has served efficiently and expects a successful campaign in the coming election.
An old advertisement claims Chi Namel revives dull floors woodwork and furniture with a perfect finish. It touts colors in every shade and promotes Stubenrauch the Druggist as seller.
Interest grows in the State Sunday School convention to be held in Mason City from June 21 to 28 1910. Iowa counties are expected to send many delegates. For details or to express interest, send postal request to F F Fitch General Secretary Iowa S S Association Room 604 Observatory Bldg Des Moines Iowa. Submit names of prospective delegates to him at once.
City council meeting led by Mayor Gesman discussed building permits for Pella Plumbing and Heating Co. and a pumping station job for Chas Dillion. Sewer system plans, water rate of 9 cents per 1000 gallons, poll tax ordinance third reading, and bids for square water mains were approved. Alderman vacancy filled by K Van Disseldorp. Grundman honored posthumously. council adjourned.
The Democrats of Lake Prairie Township are called to meet in caucus at City Hall in Pella on Saturday May 21 at 7 30 p.m. to select members for the County Central Committee and delegates to the County Convention for township precincts and to transact other business as needed.
George Heeren announces two new display stands, a circular stand with 4 to 7 shelves for cartons and cans, and a cake rack for six half boxes of cakes. The circular stand attracts strong orders with several hundred already placed, and the cake rack is praised as more practical than existing market options.
A clipping offers a free round trip to Des Moines for Marion County residents who cut out the article and present it to Dr. Bailey, an eye ear nose and throat specialist, with the railroad fare deducted from the cost of a pair of gold glasses.
A Citizen calls for an open through-the-papers discussion on curfew enforcement, with both pro and con views presented amid ongoing town debate and a call for practical consideration of the issue.
Dear Young Friends condemns noisy behavior by young women on a Wednesday night in the public square. The writer appeals to mothers and families, urging high standards of conduct to preserve honor and influence among both peers and young men. The message emphasizes purity, self-respect, and the impact of behavior on the community.
After eight years shepherding the Second Reformed Church in Pella Rev Van Kersen announced his impending departure on June 19 to accept a foreign mission call. He expressed reluctance to leave his flock but felt a higher calling to serve in distant mission fields. Citizens wish him well across all churches in the community.
Vergil classes from Central academy and Pella High staged tableaux from the Aeneid at Mrs. R. R. Beard’s home on May 12. Students portrayed ancient heroes and heroines with scenes like The banquet scene and Dido’s reception, ending with a crypt study foretelling happiness and fortune.
The Rich land in Clarion was sold by HJ Hoogenakker to John Chacey, who will relocate to Guthrie Center to enter the furniture business. Hoogenakker, once a candidate for representative, moved from Clarion after selling the paper, praised as a strong local publication.
A large crowd at the athletic field watched the Quakers fall behind as Central’s rooters in the grandstand cheered early. The Quakers rallied with scoring, while Central’s errors and weak play led to a lopsided, unfavorable game for the home team.
A visiting production called Uncle Tom's Cabin brought an 18 piece band and music but the town crowd of about 500 found the show disappointing and felt let down by the performance. The review notes poor execution and overall negative reception.
Mesdames Hesseling and Blommers will entertain the ladies of the M. E. Aid this afternoon from two o'clock until five at the Ben Blommers residence.
The Boarding Hall Parlors have been repapered curtained and refurnished by the Ladies Auxiliary. The Hall Girls hosted an At Home on Saturday, May 14, inviting all the girls in school, the Auxiliary officers, and friends.
Mrs. T. J. Clark thanks friends for 68 birthday cards sent after a comet sighting. She notes turning three score and recalls each greeting, feeling near those who sent best wishes and expressing gratitude for the neighbors’ kindness.
A note to Democratic voters states M C Gebhardt announces candidacy for county recorder of Marion County, subject to primary election on June 7, 1910. The letter reflects support from many friends and is addressed to electors of the party.
A Town Experiment Station tested leading stock foods by adding them to hog rations. Results show no meaningful improvement in digestibility or rate of gain, while costs rose due to the extra price of stock food. Details appear in Bulletin 149, available by writing to the station.
Rev. L Colyn was installed as pastor of the Presbyterian church in Alpha Minnesota on April 17 1910. The Mankato Presbytery sent Rev. L Badger and James Bain as speakers. Badger preached from Acts 1 8 and Bain from Titus 1 7. The service stressed faithful walk over talk unity and prayer for the pastor. The congregation extended the right hand of fellowship at the close.
Gerrit Zwambach aged 73 years and two months died at his home on Saturday May 14 after a long illness. The funeral was held Monday at 2 PM at the Second Christian Reformed church conducted by Pastor Rev. Van den Berg. Interment followed at Oakwood cemetery.
Mrs Gertrude Onstein aged 47 years 3 months 21 days died Saturday May 14 from heart failure. Funeral held at First Reformed church Monday afternoon with Rev Van der Werf officiating.
A vacant chair marks the Home of the Aged after the death of Mrs. Ferdinand Dingeman aged 72 years 6 months and 22 days. She was an original resident at the home at its founding. The funeral was held Wednesday at 2 pm at the First Reformed Church and she was laid to rest in Oakwood Cemetery.
Mrs Anne De Reus Sr aged 65 years 7 months 17 days died at her home in South Pella on Wednesday May 18 from a weak heart. Funeral is set for Friday afternoon at the Third Reformed Church.
M C Gebhart of Knoxville visited Democrat brethren today to seek support for his recorder nomination. He is well known to Marion County voters and urges Democrats to remember him at the June 7 primaries. The article notes various small items for women and mentions Mr Koekebacker and family visiting from Chicago last week.
Miss Blanche Stuart Scott of Rochester plans a 6000 mile solo trip in a Model 38 Overland starting in Columbus Circle New York City heading to San Francisco. She will tackle diverse roads with full prep including spare tires tools and camping gear and believes a woman can handle the journey as well as men.
An early 20 percent for one year promotion promises customers a 20 cent increase on each dollar spent after May 21 1910. The note explains this as a new trade policy benefiting buyers of goods from the firm.
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